3 Minute Timer
A 3 minutes countdown timer with sound alert. Press start to begin.
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About the 3 minute timer
Three minutes is the shortest interval that works for real focus training and for most steeping teas. It is long enough for a full breathing cycle set, short enough to fit into any gap in your day.
What you can do in 3 minutes
- A 4-7-8 breathing cycle set to calm your nervous system
- Steeping black tea or oolong for a full-bodied cup
- A quick desk stretch for neck, shoulders and wrists
- One round of a lightning revision flashcard stack
3 minutes at a glance
| Seconds | 180 s |
| Hours | 0.05 h |
| Share of one hour | 5% |
| Share of a 24-hour day | 0.21% |
| Full blocks in an 8-hour workday | 160 |
| Full blocks in 24 hours | 480 |
| Equivalent 25-minute Pomodoros | 0.1 |
Tip: Three minutes is the sweet spot when you want a real pause but cannot afford a full Pomodoro break.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is a 3 minute timer?
A 3 minute timer runs for 3 minutes, which equals 180 seconds or 0.05 hours — 5% of an hour.
What can I do in 3 minutes?
A 4-7-8 breathing cycle set to calm your nervous system; Steeping black tea or oolong for a full-bodied cup; A quick desk stretch for neck, shoulders and wrists; One round of a lightning revision flashcard stack.
How many 3-minute blocks fit in an 8-hour workday?
An 8-hour workday holds 160 full 3-minute blocks; a full day holds 480.
Is the 3 minute timer free and does it make a sound?
Yes — free, no registration, no download, and it plays an alert at zero. Everything runs locally in your browser.